Senior Agile Project Manager (Contract)

The Focus Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Sandton seeks an experienced professional to lead agile software projects. Responsibilities include implementing Agile methodologies, facilitating ceremonies, and managing stakeholder engagement. Candidates must have a relevant Honours degree and project management certifications. This role requires strong communication and decision-making skills, along with 8-10 years of experience in project environments.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in project environments, with 2-3 years on medium to high complexity projects.
• Strong grasp of project management, financial principles, and agile tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage enterprise-wide agile software projects.
• Implement Agile methodologies to improve quality and delivery.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and mentor teams.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Education

Matric and relevant Honours Degree

PMP/Prince2 and PGMP certifications

Job description

Overview

Purpose: Lead and manage enterprise-wide agile software projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy. Oversee planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery while promoting agile best practices and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Agile methodologies to improve software quality and delivery.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and mentor teams on agile practices.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage change effectively.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and scope.
• Track benefits, manage risks, and maintain governance standards.
• Translate product requirements into actionable tasks.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and retrospectives.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Matric and relevant Honours Degree.
• PMP/Prince2 and PGMP certifications (essential).
• Scrum Master and Scaled Agile certifications (preferred).

Experience

• 8–10 years in project environments, with 2–3 years on medium to high complexity projects.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong grasp of project management, financial principles, and agile tools.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of industry trends, governance, and risk controls.

Behavioral Competencies

• Planning & Organizing
• Influencing & Decision Making
• Customer Orientation
• Trust Building & Applied Learning